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Upcoming Arts Events in the Rutherford Public Schools
By Jennifer Ersalesi Over the next three months, there are many visual, practical, and performing arts events at all of the schools within the Borough. Please see the list below. Kindergarten Center Washington School Lincoln School June 9th at 6 pm Spring Music Concert - Washington Elementary School May 14th at 6 pm Art Show June 10th Music Concert 6 pm - Grade 1 7 pm - Grade 2 8 pm- Grade 3 May 20th at 6 pm Art Show June 3rd Music Concert 6 pm- Grade 1 7 pm - Grade 2 8 pm

This Is Rutherford
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RHS Consumer Bowl County Champs
By Jennifer Ersalesi The New Jersey High School Consumer Bowl is an educational competition for high school students across the state. It was established in 1997 to educate young adults on a variety of consumer issues. Students from Rutherford High School have participated in this competition for many years and over the last few years, including this year, they were named Consumer Bowl County Champs. Teacher team leader, Ms. Cheryl Bott, explained, " Kids work really har

This Is Rutherford
Mar 111 min read


Upcoming Event: "Footloose" on the RHS Stage
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Nicholas Yee Photography Based on the 1984 hit movie Footloose , the musical Footloose will bring the same story to the RHS stage this upcoming weekend, March 13-15. Teenager Ren McCormack and his family move from Chicago to a small town, Bomont, where the the minister has forbidden dancing and rock music. Ren brings his peers together to fight for their right to dance and in doing so unites his community. This is Rutherford interviewe

This Is Rutherford
Mar 94 min read


Upcoming Event: Book Signing at Felician University
Submitted by Tricia Perrotti, Felician University Felician University invites you to join us for an inspiring evening of conversation and book signing with Sister Helen Prejean, acclaimed author of Dead Man Walking —the powerful book that became an award-winning film. As we enter Women’s History Month under the theme “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” we are honored to welcome Sr. Helen, who truly embodies this year’s focus. Her lifelong advocacy ref

This Is Rutherford
Feb 241 min read


RHS Lady Bulldogs: Swimming State Sectional Champions
By Jennifer Ersalesi This year the Rutherford High School Swim team had one of its most successful seasons. Hours of practice inside and outside of the pool, teamwork, and true Bulldog grit enabled Rutherford's swimmers to break records and make it all the way to the state sectionals. This is Rutherford interviewed RHS swim coach, Steve Dunn, to find out more about the team's incredible season. TIR: This year's boys' and girls' swim teams have been very successful. Just

This Is Rutherford
Feb 227 min read


This is Mackenzie Vellis
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Mackenzie and Krista Vellis Mackenzie Vellis Rutherford High School Senior, Mackenzie Vellis, has been a lifelong athlete. Her dedication and persistence throughout the years has enabled her to become a record-breaking high school athlete. This is Rutherford interviewed Mackenzie to learn more about her high school athletic career. TIR: How long have you been playing sports? Do you have a favorite? Mackenzie Vellis: I have been play

This Is Rutherford
Feb 203 min read


This is Brandon Fedarick
By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford High School Senior Brandon Fedarick has been bowling with the Rutherford High School Bowling team for the last few years. This past year Brandon has been acknowledged for many accomplishments, including breaking the Bergen County Bowling Series record last weekend. This is Rutherford interviewed Brandon to learn more about his high school bowling career up to this point. TIR: How long have you been bowling? Brandon Fedarick: I have been b

This Is Rutherford
Feb 42 min read


This is Thomas Barnes
By Jennifer Ersalesi Rutherford High School Senior, Thomas Barnes, is an avid bowler and a member of the. Rutherford High School Bowling team. His team has been doing very well this year and he has played a very important role in their success. This is Rutherford interviewed Thomas to learn more about his love of bowling and his achievements. Thomas Barnes TIR: When did you join the RHS Bowling Team? Thomas Barnes: I joined the Bowling Team last season as a Junior. TIR:

This Is Rutherford
Jan 252 min read


This is Braedon McQuade: Eagle Scout
By Jennifer Ersalesi For twelve years, Rutherford resident and senior at Rutherford High School, Braedon McQuade, has been a Scout. Over this past year, Braedon planned and organized his Eagle Scout project. This is Rutherford interviewed Braedon about this project and how he was able to get the community involved. TIR: How long have you been a Scout? Braedon McQuade: I will be finishing up my 12th year of scouting. I started as a Tiger in Cub Scouts way back in 1st grade

This Is Rutherford
Jan 112 min read


Rutherford Public Schools Give Back
Compiled by Jennifer Ersalesi Information provided by Rutherford Public Schools Rutherford students understand how important it is to spread kindness to others. Since the beginning of the school year, students throughout the district have been participating in acts of generosity and compassion. The Multicultural Club at Rutherford High School assembled care packages to send to Marines from Camp Lejeune that are deployed in Puerto Rico for the holiday season. Rutherford High
Jennifer Ersalesi
Dec 1, 20252 min read


RHS Play: The Importance of Being Earnest
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Nicholas Yee Each November, Rutherford High School presents its fall drama. This year's play, The Importance of Being Earnest, is a delightfully witty farce where secret identities, confusion, and hilarity abound. This year's cast cannot wait to perform for audiences twice this upcoming weekend; once on Friday, 11/14, and once on Saturday, 11/15, at 7 pm. This is Rutherford interviewed the Director of the play, Mrs. Patricia Blanchard.

This Is Rutherford
Nov 12, 20253 min read


This is Franklin Weiss: Soccer & Kindess
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Mike Weiss Franklin Weiss, a young soccer player, with his trophies Rutherford High School Senior,...

This Is Rutherford
Oct 2, 20253 min read


Rutherford's Free Little Libraries
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Luisa Pineda - LuluSolei Photography Little Free Libraries are a great way for communities to share...

This Is Rutherford
Sep 14, 20251 min read


This is Michael Blanchard; Teacher, Coach, and Author
By Jennifer Ersalesi Tricia (Michael's wife) and Michael Blanchard Rutherford teacher, Michael Blanchard, has inspired many as a teacher,...

This Is Rutherford
Aug 4, 20253 min read


Upcoming Last Day of School Charity Rock Concert
By Jennifer Ersalesi There are many talented young musicians and singers in our Borough. These young performers have been involved in...

This Is Rutherford
Jun 21, 20253 min read


Rutherford SEPAG's First Annual Starfish Award
Submitted by SEPAG (Special Education Parent Advisory Group Rutherford Special Education Parent Advisory Group Announces Berna Betancor...

This Is Rutherford
Jun 15, 20253 min read


RHS Glamour Gals Visited the Kip Center
By Jennifer Ersalesi Intergenerational programs and activities have always been an important part of the 55 Kip Center . Young children...

This Is Rutherford
Jun 6, 20255 min read


Memorial Day Parade 2025
By Jennifer Ersalesi Photo credits: Jennifer Ersalesi On Monday, May 26th, the Rutherford Veterans Alliance sponsored and presented the...

This Is Rutherford
May 29, 20251 min read


Pierrepont's "Finding Nemo"
By Jennifer Ersalesi This year, Pierrepont School will present "Finding Nemo". The Directors (Mr. Matthew Vaccaro, Ms. Jacki Mann, and...

This Is Rutherford
May 25, 20253 min read


RHS Festival of the Arts 2025
By Jennifer Ersalesi Each year Rutherford High School presents the Festival of the Arts, where visual arts, including photography,...

This Is Rutherford
May 22, 20251 min read
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